Following on from the new light-hearted 'Superheroes' quilt I made in the summer I have decided I will take the idea further. I enjoy making them and it provides a little light relief from other not so happy things that are going on at the moment. Several designs are now underway, and I thought I would post a few pictures of some of them. This one seems appropriate for today. The idea behind the quilts is simple; these are two little mischievious characters who love to dress up. Each quilt shows them taking on their new persona. I have another idea which I may persue using these characters, but I need to do a lot more work on that before I let the cat out of the bag. Each small quilt is hand printed and painted onto cloth then quilted with free-motion quilting. Most of them will measure 16" x 16" and be mounted onto stretchers, making them easy to hang. Here is a glimpse of today's work in progress.................... I aim to finish it today and pop it in the post to Chris at Midsomer Quilting in time for the 12x12 exhibition. (Deadline is now 10th November) It is going to be called 'Los Dos Amigos: Santa's Little Helpers' and will be available to bid on, with the proceeds going directly to Dorothy House Hospice. Just in case you don't already know what the 12x12 is all about, here is a little description. The shop 'Midsomer Quilting' located in Chilcompton, Somerset hosts and annual 12"x12" quilt challenge each November/ December. Anyone with a connection to the shop (such as being customer, friend or visitor) is invited to make a small 12" square quilt to be exhibited as part of a special exhibition. There is no entry fee and there is no 'judging' - so there is no need to be shy. Previous entries have come from children, beginners, professionals and even a metalworker and a woodworker! The aim is for the exhibition to be inclusive and FUN. This year the very loose theme is 'One day...........' Last year over 250 wonderful quilts were displayed and I know they would love to repeat that this year. The other lovely thing about this exhibition is that many of the quilts are available to purchase by secret auction. If you like a quilt (and it is for sale) all you do is note which one it is, jot your name on a piece of paper and write the amount you wish to bid for it. At the end of the exhibition the highest bid wins. The procedes of the auction are donated to Dorothy House Hospice - I'm sure you will agree, a very worthy cause. Last year over £3000 was raised and donated. I have entered lots and lots of quilts over the years (except the first year when I accidentally cut my quilt in half with my rotary cutter). The deadline for handing in your quilt is November 10th - so there is still time to get stitching and make a quilt for the exhibtion and if you aren't able to make one then please do visit - you will be amazed at what can be done with fabric and thread! The exhibition will run every day from (and including) November 29th until (and including) Saturday December 21st. The exhibition is FREE to enter and FREE to visit. The shop even offers FREE coffee and chocolate biscuits and what is light heartedly known as the 'creche' for non-quilting partners who can relax after viweing the exhibition! You just can't go wrong. 😁 Midsomer Quilting, The Hayloft, Manor Farm, Church Lane, Chilcompton, BA34HP Phone: 01761 239333 or 01761 232509 Email: [email protected] Shop Opening Hours throughout the exhibition: Daily - 10:00AM - 4:00PM Thanks for reading
Margaret
31/10/2019 07:48:59 pm
Well done Claire on another charming fun quilt. Your choice is perfect for " Halloween". Comments are closed.
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